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Taiwan Arms Deal Unaffected by U.S. Pause

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 23, 2026
Duration
1:42
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Last updated
May 24, 2026

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Taiwan awaits arms deal confirmation amid U.S.-China tensions - Taiwan is seeking clarity on a $14 billion arms deal with the U.S., as a U.S. Navy official hints at potential delays due to ammunition shortages for operations like Epic Fury against Iran. The U.S. has been a significant weapons supplier to Taiwan, with an $11 billion package pending and a n…

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Taiwan awaits arms deal confirmation amid U.S.-China tensions - Taiwan is seeking clarity on a $14 billion arms deal with the U.S., as a U.S. Navy official hints at potential delays due to ammunition shortages for operations like Epic Fury against Iran. The U.S. has been a significant weapons supplier to Taiwan, with an $11 billion package pending and a new deal awaiting Congress submission. President Trump has used arms sales as leverage in negotiations with China, while Taiwans President Lai C

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